Rena
Rena is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Joyful song, or reborn.
Origin and history
Rena is a name of dual heritage, deriving from the Hebrew word for 'joyful song' as well as serving as a Latin-based name meaning 'reborn' (a short form of Renata). It enjoyed consistent popularity in the United States throughout the 20th century and remains a gently used classic. Its short, melodic structure gives it a timeless and international appeal.
Popularity in the United States
39,124 babies in the United States have been named Rena since 1880. It ranks #697 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1614.
States where it is most popular
- NY (9.2 %)
- CA (8.9 %)
- TX (6.9 %)
- IL (4.9 %)
- NC (4.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 1,219 |
| 1890-1900 | 1,945 |
| 1900-1910 | 2,117 |
| 1910-1920 | 4,174 |
| 1920-1930 | 4,737 |
| 1930-1940 | 3,365 |
| 1940-1950 | 3,577 |
| 1950-1960 | 4,430 |
| 1960-1970 | 4,719 |
| 1970-1980 | 2,917 |
| 1980-1990 | 2,313 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,267 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,105 |
| 2010-2019 | 752 |
| 2020-2029 | 487 |
Famous people named Rena
- Rena Sofer: Actress
- Rena Owen: Actress
Fun facts
- Rena developed independently in Hebrew meaning 'joyful song' and in Latin languages as a short form of Renata.
- Beyond Western languages, Rena is also a recognized feminine name in Japanese, meaning 'lotus' or 'greens'.